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Masterclass Petroleum Industry

Intensive 5-day course · English, Arabic & European languages

Technical and operational staff use this five-day course to gain a complete overview of the petroleum sector. Delegates study the full value chain from upstream exploration and drilling to downstream refining and gas processing. The programme covers geology, separation techniques, and market economics, helping engineers and managers build a broader understanding of how the industry operates.

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Public courses in our cities

  • 26–30 Oct 2026Jeddah£4,200 + VAT
  • 9–13 Nov 2026Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 23–27 Nov 2026Muscat£3,080 + VAT
  • 14–18 Dec 2026London£3,360 + VAT
  • 28 Dec – 1 Jan 2026Manama£3,080 + VAT
  • 4–8 Jan 2027Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
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  • 18–22 Jan 2027Sarajevo£3,400 + VAT
  • 1–5 Feb 2027Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 15–19 Feb 2027Dubai£4,200 + VAT
  • 8–12 Mar 2027Kuala Lumpur£1,800 + VAT
  • 22–26 Mar 2027Riyadh£4,200 + VAT
  • 12–16 Apr 2027Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 26–30 Apr 2027Doha£4,200 + VAT
  • 10–14 May 2027London£3,360 + VAT
  • 24–28 May 2027Geneva£4,200 + VAT
  • 7–11 Jun 2027Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 21–25 Jun 2027Abu Dhabi£4,200 + VAT
  • 5–9 Jul 2027Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 19–23 Jul 2027Cairo£2,280 + VAT
  • 9–13 Aug 2027Kuala Lumpur£1,800 + VAT
  • 23–27 Aug 2027Jeddah£4,200 + VAT
  • 13–17 Sep 2027Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 27 Sep – 1 Oct 2027Singapore£4,200 + VAT
  • 11–15 Oct 2027London£3,360 + VAT
  • 25–29 Oct 2027Muscat£3,080 + VAT
  • 1–5 Nov 2027Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 15–19 Nov 2027Casablanca£2,280 + VAT
  • 6–10 Dec 2027Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 20–24 Dec 2027Manama£3,080 + VAT

Group discount: 2 delegates 20% · 3 delegates 35% · 5 or more delegates 50%

Can't make these dates? We can run this course for your team on dates that suit you. Ask for custom dates · In-house options

Online (live)

With a trainer, on dates to suit your team

This course can be taught live online by a trainer, in English, Arabic or any European language, for one person or a whole team.

£1,850 + VAT

Group discount: 2 delegates 20% · 3 delegates 35% · 5 or more delegates 50%

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Course overview

The processes for producing, refining, and distributing oil and gas are capital-intensive and rely on complex, specialised technology. Staff working in one part of the business often lack a clear picture of how the rest of the supply chain fits together, making it difficult to understand the wider industry context.

The course provides a start-to-finish look at the petroleum industry. Delegates begin by exploring petroleum geology and how new oil and gas fields are developed. The sessions then move through global energy markets, examining OPEC, the EIA, and pipeline geopolitics to understand how oil is traded and priced.

In the second half of the week, the focus shifts to downstream operations. Delegates look at refinery processes like distillation and blending, along with gas processing techniques such as amine sweetening and sulphur recovery. The final day covers management and financial structures. This gives delegates the background they need to evaluate corporate opportunities across the sector.

Course objectives

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  1. Identify core processes used in upstream exploration and production
  2. Evaluate the techniques used to refine downstream products
  3. Outline the structure and common challenges of the oil and gas business
  4. Apply a broad understanding of the industry to evaluate corporate opportunities

Who should attend

This course suits:

  • Technologists
  • Mechanical engineers
  • Safety and inspection engineers
  • Operations, maintenance, and project engineers
  • Staff requiring a broad understanding of oil and gas operations and economics

Training methodology

  • Sessions mix presentations with practical exercises.

Daily agenda

  1. Day 1

    The origins and exploration of petroleum

    • How oil and gas are formed
    • The basics of petroleum chemistry
    • An introduction to petroleum geology
    • Exploring and producing petroleum
    • Different types of wells
    • Developing oil and gas fields
  2. Day 2

    Global energy markets and distribution

    • The geopolitics of pipelines
    • The role of OPEC
    • Data from the Energy Information Administration
    • Reviewing statistics on petroleum consumption and supply
    • Distribution, transmission, and transport networks
    • Using tank farms for storage
  3. Day 3

    Refining operations

    • Physical separation using distillation
    • Processes for chemical conversion
    • Product blending techniques
    • Assessing refinery complexity
    • Calculating refining margins
  4. Day 4

    Processing natural gas

    • Inlet separation and dewpoint control
    • Removing contaminants to meet pipeline specifications
    • Sweetening gas with amine
    • Physical solvent processes
    • Recovering sulphur
    • Gas compression and liquefaction
  5. Day 5

    Industry management and economics

    • Estimating costs for oil and gas facilities
    • Pricing, trading, and risk management
    • Using crude benchmarks to estimate prices
    • Financial derivatives including futures, options, and swaps
    • The impact of climate change and renewable energy
    • Practical exercises and course evaluation

Certificate

Every delegate who completes the course receives an ARUK Training Certificate of Attendance.

Frequently asked questions

How do I register?

Choose a date and city in the schedule and press Register, or send us an enquiry. Our team confirms your place and sends an invoice.

Are fees shown with VAT?

Fees are shown per delegate and exclude VAT, which is added to the invoice where applicable.

Can this course be delivered for our team only?

Yes. Any ARUK course can be delivered in-house at your premises, in a meeting room we book for you, or 1-to-1.

Is this course available online?

Yes. We run it live online with a trainer, on dates that suit your team, for £1,850 + VAT per delegate.

Is there a group discount?

Yes. 20% for 2 delegates, 35% for 3 delegates and 50% for 5 or more delegates on the same course.

Can the course be delivered in Arabic or another language?

Yes. Our courses can be delivered in English, Arabic or any European language, by a trainer who teaches in that language. Mention your preferred language when you register or enquire.

What certificate will I receive?

An ARUK Training Certificate of Attendance.

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Key booking terms (read before you register)
  • The full fee is paid in advance, before the course starts.
  • Cancel in writing 30 or more days before the start date (45 for in-house) for a refund. Later than that, the full fee is payable.
  • No refund for non-attendance or partial attendance.
  • Places are for the named delegate only; another person cannot attend instead.
  • Moving to another date or city is only possible if ARUK agrees in writing.
  • Travel, accommodation and visas are your responsibility. A refused visa does not change the cancellation terms.

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